Rewriting Your Life Story with Music: A Conversation with Carrie KC West

In this episode of Living on the B Side, host Birgit Livesey speaks with bestselling author and narrative coach Carrie KC West about the stories we carry through life — and how music often reveals when we’re ready to rewrite them.Together, they explore how our personal soundtracks can reflect emotional turning points, helping us see our lives from a different perspective.This episode invites slower listening and reflection.We talk about how many of the stories shaping our lives are inherited — from family, culture, and expectations — and how noticing the music we return to can reveal what we’re processing beneath the surface.It’s a conversation for listeners who are curious about music, emotional wellbeing, and the quieter ways we begin to understand our own story.In this episode, we explore:The moment Carrie realised her life was a story she could rewriteHow inherited narratives can quietly shape the choices we makeWhy certain songs appear during different chapters of lifeHow music can support reflection, emotional healing, and personal growthConnect with the Carrie KC WestWebsite: https://carriekcwest.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61553115232260LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/story-of-your-life/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/storytellers_acad/Have you ever noticed that certain chapters of your life seem to have their own soundtrack?Living on the B Side is a podcast about the power of music — exploring how sound shapes our emotions, stories, and sense of self. Host Birgit Livesey shares conversations and reflections for those who listen deeply and live thoughtfully.